{"product_id":"rosemary-leaf-rosmarinus-officinalis-dried-herb-organic","title":"Rosemary Leaf (Rosmarinus officinalis) - Dried Herb, Organic","description":"Rosemary is a woody, perennial herb with aromatic, evergreen, needle-like leaves and white, pink, purple, or blue flowers. Rosemary is a member of the mint family, which includes Sage, Savory, Marjoram, Oregano, Hyssop, Thyme, Lavender, Spearmint, and Peppermint.\u003cbr\u003eThis herb is native to the Mediterranean and naturalized worldwide. The name Rosemary derives from the Latin words \"ros\", meaning dew and \"marinus\", meaning sea – a dew of the se\". Possibly reference to the herb’s preference of growing along the seashore in its natural habitat.\u003cbr\u003eAccording to Greek legend, Rosemary was draped around the neck of Aphrodite as she rose from the sea. Rosemary has been in culinary use since at least 500 BC. Dating back to ancient Egypt sprigs of Rosemary were laid across the coffin or upon a tombstone and this custom continued well into the medieval period and beyond.\u003cbr\u003eDuring the Middle Ages, Rosemary was used to dispel negativity, hung outside to thwart evil, tucked under pillows to stop nightmares and visits from evil spirits. Rosemary was also burned in house holds to keep the black plague from entering.\u003cbr\u003eRosemary has been used as a brain tonic in Chinese traditional medicine for thousands of years, possibly naturalized there as early as 220 AD. In Traditional Chinese Medicine,  Rosemary is known for its ability to tonify yang, disperse cold, resolve dampness, expel wind and resolve phlegm.\u003cbr\u003eHistorically used for its traditional benefits and to help alleviate muscle pain, improve memory, promote hair growth, treat dandruff, support the immune and respiratory system and stimulate the circulatory system.\u003cbr\u003eCultivated by the Spanish in the 13th century, Rosemary became a popular condiment for salted meats. Rosemary was naturalized to North America early European settlers in the beginning of the 17th century and soon was spread to South America.\u003cbr\u003eRosemary is commonly baked into breads and crackers and used as a rub for pork and lamb. Food manufacturers add Rosemary to meats and sauces as an antioxidant and stabilizer; and the herb is used to make liqueurs such as Benedictine and Danziger Goldwasser.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProperties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe taste and energetics of Rosemary are aromatic, pungent, a lemon-piney flavour, warming, drying and stimulating. Rosemary has an affinity to the brain, circulatory system, respiratory system, immune system, musculoskeletal system and skin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1\/2 to 1 teaspoon of Rosemary to one cup of boiling water. Steep for 15 minutes, strain and drink up to three cups a day.\u003cbr\u003eUse as a steam for the sinuses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCautions \u0026amp; contraindications:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIngestion of large quantities of rosemary may cause stomach and intestinal irritation. Rosemary may affect the bloods ability to clot effecting Antiplatelet and anticoagulant drugs (blood thinners). People with high blood pressure or on blood pressure medication should avoid ingesting rosemary medicinally.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease or illness. Please consult your healthcare provider prior to the use of this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications or have a medical condition. Individual results may vary.\u003c\/i\u003e","brand":"Gaia Garden Herbals Inc.","offers":[{"title":"100 g","offer_id":50342614139137,"sku":"zca1789695608246","price":6.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":50342614171905,"sku":"rxr1789695608247","price":29.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg","offer_id":50342614204673,"sku":"qpy1789695608248","price":62.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0822\/0105\/1393\/files\/rosemary-leaf-rosmarinus-officinalis---dried-herb-organic_1.webp?v=1789695613","url":"https:\/\/quickdryclad.shop\/products\/rosemary-leaf-rosmarinus-officinalis-dried-herb-organic","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}